Downton Abbey
Episode 6
Season 5, Episode 6 · Aired 2014-10-26
Synopsis
Following the altercation, relations between Robert and Cora are strained, while Blake's scheming starts to come to fruition when Mary is unexpectedly pitted against her love rival. Edith decides to take drastic measures after receiving terrible news, leaving various parties reeling. Baxter is embroiled in the investigation into Green's death following a mysterious tip-off, and as Thomas's health deteriorates, he finally reveals the truth to the maid. Elsewhere, love is in the air for more than one member of the Crawley family.
In the series
This episode is part of Downton Abbey (2010–2015) on ITV/PBS.
Edwardian upstairs/downstairs comfort epic — tea, titles, and soft class warfare.
Key cast
- Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley
- Michelle Dockery as Lady Mary Crawley
- Maggie Smith as The Dowager Countess
- Elizabeth McGovern as Cora Crawley
- Jim Carter as Mr. Carson
- Phyllis Logan as Mrs. Hughes